The fee for a marriage license is $40.00 cash. Checks and credit cards are not accepted.

The bride and groom must appear before the clerk together. Either the bride or groom must be a resident of Ross County, Ohio or both are from out of state and getting married in Ross County, Ohio. If you are under the age of 21, you must present a picture identification. If you are under the age of 18, please contact the court regarding marriage requirements.

If you have been married before, you must present a copy of your divorce decree for each and every marriage.

There is no blood test or waiting period and the license is effective immediately and is valid for sixty (60) days.